Job description
Job Description
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.
BAE Systems is seeking a Senior Transportation Analyst to join our Transportation team based out of York, PA. In this role, the Senior Transportation Analyst will lead and provide guidance for the overall department, with primary oversight of BAE Systems' 3PL (Third Party Logisitics Partner).
- Included duties for the Senior Transportation Analyst:
- Manage BAE Systems' 3PL by working closely with the 3PL account management and BAE Systems freight carrier network;
- Tend to calls and meetings outside of normal business hours to guarantee no pickup and/or delivery disruptions;
- Attend quarterly business reviews, virtual and/or in person;
- Identify, determine, and lead savings initiatives to reduce freight costs and increase shipping efficiency;
- Process carrier claims for lost and/or damaged material, obtain documentation, and work with carriers directly to resolve claims;
- Process carrier service failures and work with 3PL account management and carriers to identify root cause and implement corrective actions;
- Participate in carrier rate adjustment reviews;
- Participate in key performance indicators (KPI) discussions;
- Monitor freight carrier transit times and ensure they align to what is published;
- Monitor freight carrier tender acceptances and on time performance;
- Review BAE Systems 3PL monthly load report to validate loads were properly billed and if necessary, inform BAE Systems 3PL management of corrections;
- Review BAE Systems 3PL lost opportunity report and work directly with suppliers to address non-shipping compliance;
- Research, address, approve and or/deny accessorial charges that are requested by freight carriers;
- Maintain BAE Systems location matrix file;
- Manage carrier aged payables;
- Ultimately take on role as the Transportation Department lead.
NOTE: This position is 100% Work-from-Home friendly.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Typically requires a High School diploma (or GED or equivalent) and eight (8) years of related experience, or an Associate's degree and six (6) years of related experience, or a Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of related experience, or the overall equivalent;
- Experience in developing and executing freight savings initiatives;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel;
- Highly effective communication skills, verbal and written;
- An experienced relationship-builder, able to support and collaborate effectively with others including the 3PL account management team and suppliers;
- Keen attention to detail;
- Experience managing and analyzing large quantities of data.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Expert proficiency in Excel preferred;
- Familiarity with Power BI a plus.
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.
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